Philippine activists fear US’ anti-ICC bill may impede probe into Duterte’s drug war

House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast said in May, when the bill was first introduced, that the legislation “sends a clear message to the International Criminal Court”.

“We may not recognise you, but you sure as hell will recognise what happens when you target America or its allies,” Mast said. “The ICC’s attempt to obstruct Israel’s right to defend itself has only prolonged the war and prevented the release of American hostages by boosting Hamas’ morale.”